1 Kings 13:7
Then the king said to the man of God, "Come home with me and refresh yourself, and I will give you a reward."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 13:7?

2. Why did the king invite the man of God to his home?

3. How does 1 Kings 13:7 illustrate the temptation of worldly rewards?

4. What can we learn about obedience from the man of God's response?

5. How does this verse connect to Jesus' teachings on resisting temptation?

6. How can we apply the lesson of discernment from 1 Kings 13:7 today?

7. Why did the prophet refuse the king's offer in 1 Kings 13:7?

8. What does 1 Kings 13:7 teach about obedience to God's commands?

9. How does 1 Kings 13:7 illustrate the consequences of disobedience?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 13?

11. What lessons does the lying prophet story teach us?

12. 1 Kings 11:7 - Is there any archaeological evidence of the pagan altars and high places that Solomon supposedly built?

13. Does God dwell in temples? (1 Kings 8:13 vs. Acts 7:48)

14. What does the Bible say about greatness and smallness?
Discussion Questions
1. What can we learn from the man of God's initial obedience to God's command, and how can we apply this to our own lives?

2. How does the king's offer to the man of God reflect the temptations we face today, and what strategies can we use to resist them?

3. In what ways does the account of the man of God illustrate the importance of discernment in our spiritual journey?

4. How does the account of the man of God and King Jeroboam demonstrate God's sovereignty and the certainty of His judgment?

5. Reflect on a time when you faced a choice between obedience to God and a tempting offer. What did you learn from that experience, and how can it inform your future decisions?1. How does 1 Kings 13 illuminate the importance of obedience to God's commands?

2. What role does deception play in this chapter? How does it affect the man of God from Judah?

3. Discuss the characteristics of God as depicted in 1 Kings 13.

4. How does King Jeroboam respond to the events unfolding around him? What does this say about his character and his relationship with God?

5. How does 1 Kings 13 define true and false prophecy?

6. Discuss the symbolism behind the miraculous signs in this chapter.

7. How would you relate the man of God’s experience to modern-day living? Have you ever felt deceived or led astray?

8. How do we discern God's true voice amidst the many voices we hear today?

9. How can we apply the lesson of strict obedience to God's word in our lives?

10. Why do you think the man of God fell for the old prophet's lie despite having heard directly from God?

11. How does the man of God's death reaffirm God's sovereignty and justice?

12. How does this narrative affect your understanding of God’s grace and judgment?

13. In what ways does the story of the man of God serve as a warning for believers?

14. How might the outcome have been different if the man of God had been more discerning?

15. What can we learn from the actions of the old prophet?

16. How does this chapter teach us about the consequences of leading others into sin, as King Jeroboam did?

17. How does the story relate to present day teachings about obeying the voice of God, even when other voices conflict?

18. How would you have responded if you were in the man of God's shoes when the old prophet approached him?

19. How does this chapter influence your understanding of the relationship between faith, obedience, and consequences?

20. What practical steps can you take to ensure that you stay obedient to God's word and do not allow deception to derail you from your spiritual journey?

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